
Master Competency Checklist
2015 MAERB Core Curriculum
Explanatory Note: Students are required to pass all the psychomotor and affective competencies in the MAERB Core Curriculum.
Institution Name: Henderson Community College
Student Name:
Date of Graduation:
Psychomotor & Affective Competencies
I. Anatomy & Physiology | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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I.P.1. Measure and record: | |||||
a. blood pressure | 140 | ||||
b. temperature | 140 | ||||
c. pulse | 140 | ||||
d. respirations | 140 | ||||
e. height | 140 | ||||
f. weight | 140 | ||||
g. length (infant) | 140 | ||||
h. head circumference (infant) | 140 | ||||
i. pulse oximetry | 140 | ||||
I.P.2. Perform: | |||||
a. electrocardiography | 240 | ||||
b. venipuncture | 120 | ||||
c. capillary puncture | 120 | ||||
d. pulmonary function testing | 240 | ||||
I.P.3. Perform patient screening using established protocols | 140/240 | ||||
I.P.4. Verify the rules of medication administration: | |||||
a. right patient | 270 | ||||
b. right medication | 270 | ||||
c. right dose | 270 | ||||
d. right route | 270 | ||||
e. right time | 270 | ||||
f. right documentation | 270 | ||||
I.P.5. Select proper sites for administering parenteral medication | 270 | ||||
I.P.6. Administer oral medications | 270 | ||||
I.P.7. Administer parenteral (excluding IV) medications | 270 | ||||
I.P.8. Instruct and prepare a patient for a procedure or a treatment | 240 | ||||
I.P.9. Assist provider with a patient exam | 140 | ||||
I.P.10. Perform a quality control measure | 120 | ||||
I.P.11. Obtain specimens and perform: | |||||
a. CLIA waived hematology test | 120 | ||||
b. CLIA waived chemistry test | 220 | ||||
c. CLIA waived urinalysis | 220 | ||||
d. CLIA waived immunology test | 120 | ||||
e. CLIA waived microbiology test | 120 | ||||
I.P.12. Produce up-to-date documentation of provider/professional level CPR |
AHA CPR |
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I.P.13. Perform first aid procedures for: |
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a. bleeding |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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b. diabetic coma or insulin shock |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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c. fractures |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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d. seizures |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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e. shock |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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f. syncope |
140/240 AHA CPR or KHP 190 |
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I.A.1. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient assessment |
140 |
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I.A.2. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient care |
140 |
II. Applied Mathematics | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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II.P.1. Calculate proper dosages of medication for administration |
270 |
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II.P.2. Differentiate between normal and abnormal test results |
120/140 |
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II.P.3. Maintain lab test results using flow sheets |
140 |
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II.P.4. Document on a growth chart |
240 |
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II.A.1. Reassure a patient of the accuracy of the test results |
120/140 |
III. Infection Control | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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III.P.1. Participate in bloodborne pathogen training |
140 |
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III.P.2. Select appropriate barrier/personal protective equipment (PPE) |
140 |
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III.P.3. Perform handwashing |
140 |
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III.P.4. Prepare items for autoclaving |
240 |
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III.P.5. Perform sterilization procedures |
240 |
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III.P.6. Prepare a sterile field |
240 |
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III.P.7. Perform within a sterile field |
240 |
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III.P.8. Perform wound care |
240 |
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III.P.9. Perform dressing change |
240 |
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III.P.10. Demonstrate proper disposal of biohazardous material |
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a. sharps |
120/220 140/240 |
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b. regulated wastes |
120/220 140/240 |
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III.A.1. Recognize the implications for failure to comply with Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulations in healthcare settings |
105 |
IV. Nutrition | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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IV.P.1. Instruct a patient according to patient’s special dietary needs |
140 |
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IV.A.1. Show awareness of patient’s concerns regarding a dietary change |
140 |
V. Concepts of Effective Communication | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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V.P.1. Use feedback techniques to obtain patient information including: |
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a. reflection |
105 |
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b. restatement |
105 |
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c. clarification |
105 |
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V.P.3. Use medical terminology correctly and pronounced accurately to communicate information to providers and patients |
140 |
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V.P.4. Coach patients regarding: |
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a. office policies |
240 |
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b. health maintenance |
240 |
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c. disease prevention |
240 |
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d. treatment plan |
240 |
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V.P.5. Coach patients appropriately considering: |
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a. cultural diversity |
240 |
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b. developmental life stage |
240 |
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c. communication barriers |
240 |
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V.P.6. Demonstrate professional telephone techniques |
150 |
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V.P.7. Document telephone messages accurately |
150 |
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V.P.8. Compose professional correspondence utilizing electronic technology |
150 |
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V.P.9. Develop a current list of community resources related to patients’ healthcare needs |
105 |
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V.P.10. Facilitate referrals to community resources in the role of a patient navigator |
140/240 |
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V.P.11. Report relevant information concisely and accurately |
105 |
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V.A.1. Demonstrate: |
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a. empathy |
105 |
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b. active listening |
105 |
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c. nonverbal communication |
105 |
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V.A.2. Demonstrate the principles of self-boundaries |
105 |
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V.A.3. Demonstrate respect for individual diversity including: |
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a. gender |
105 |
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b. race |
105 |
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c. religion |
105 |
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d. age |
105 |
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e. economic status |
105 |
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f. appearance |
105 |
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V.A.4. Explain to a patient the rationale for performance of a procedure |
140/240 |
VI. Administrative Functions | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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VI.P.1. Manage appointment schedule using established priorities |
150 |
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VI.P.2. Schedule a patient procedure |
150 |
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VI.P.3. Create a patient’s medical record |
150 |
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VI.P.4. Organize a patient’s medical record |
150 |
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VI.P.5. File patient medical records |
150 |
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VI.P.6. Utilize an EMR |
230 |
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VI.P.7. Input patient data utilizing a practice management system |
230 |
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VI.P.8. Perform routine maintenance of administrative or clinical equipment |
150 |
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VI.P.9. Perform an inventory with documentation |
150 |
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VI.A.1. Display sensitivity when managing appointments |
150 |
VII. Basic Practice Finances | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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VII.P.1. Perform accounts receivable procedures to patient accounts including posting: |
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a. charges |
230/250 |
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b. payments |
230/250 |
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c. adjustments |
230/250 |
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VII.P.2. Prepare a bank deposit |
250 |
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VII.P.3. Obtain accurate patient billing information |
230 |
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VII.P.4. Inform a patient of financial obligations for services rendered |
250 |
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VII.A.1. Demonstrate professionalism when discussing patient's billing record |
250 |
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VII.A.2. Display sensitivity when requesting payment for services rendered |
250 |
VIII. Third Party Reimbursement | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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VIII.P.1. Interpret information on an insurance card |
250 |
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VIII.P.2. Verify eligibility for services including documentation |
250 |
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VIII.P.3. Obtain precertification or preauthorization including documentation |
250 |
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VIII.P.4. Complete an insurance claim form |
230/250 |
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VIII.A.1. Interact professionally with third party representatives |
250 |
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VIII.A.2. Display tactful behavior when communicating with medical providers regarding third party requirements |
250 |
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VIII.A.3. Show sensitivity when communicating with patients regarding third party requirements |
250 |
IX. Procedural and Diagnostic Coding | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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IX.P.1. Perform procedural coding |
230/250 |
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IX.P.2. Perform diagnostic coding |
230/250 |
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IX.P.3. Utilize medical necessity guidelines |
230/250 |
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IX.A.1. Utilize tactful communication skills with medical providers to ensure accurate code selection |
250 |
X. Legal Implications | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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X.P.1. Locate a state’s legal scope of practice for medical assistants |
105 |
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X.P.2. Apply HIPAA rules in regard to: |
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a. privacy |
150 |
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b. release of information |
150 |
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X.P.3. Document patient care accurately in the medical record |
150 |
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X.P.4. Apply the Patient’s Bill of Rights as it relates to: |
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a. choice of treatment |
105 |
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b. consent for treatment |
105 |
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c. refusal of treatment |
105 |
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X.P.5. Perform compliance reporting based on public health statutes |
105 |
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X.P.6. Report an illegal activity in the healthcare setting following proper protocol |
105 |
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X.P.7. Complete an incident report related to an error in patient care |
105 |
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X.A.1. Demonstrate sensitivity to patient rights |
105 |
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X.A.2. Protect the integrity of the medical record |
105 |
XI. Ethical Considerations | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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XI.P.1. Develop a plan for separation of personal and professional ethics |
105 |
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XI.P.2. Demonstrate appropriate response(s) to ethical issues |
105 |
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XI.A.1. Recognize the impact personal ethics and morals have on the delivery of healthcare |
105 |
XII. Protective Practices | Course | Grade | Pass | Date | Inst. |
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XII.P.1. Comply with: |
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a. safety signs |
120/140 |
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b. symbols |
120/140 |
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c. labels |
120/140 |
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XII.P.2. Demonstrate proper use of: |
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a. eyewash equipment |
120/140 |
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b. fire extinguishers |
120/140 |
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c. sharps disposal containers |
120/140 |
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XII.P.3. Use proper body mechanics |
105 |
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XII.P.5. Evaluate the work environment to identify unsafe working conditions |
140 |
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XII.A.1. Recognize the physical and emotional effects on persons involved in an emergency situation |
140 |
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XII.A.2. Demonstrate self-awareness in responding to an emergency situation |
140 |